Senior Boilermaker & Fabrication Welder – Heavy Steel Tanks
Company
Boardroom Appointments
Location
Johannesburg (+1 other)
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Talent.com
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Job Description
A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Boilermaker/Fabrication Welder with at least 5 years of experience in a fabrication workshop. The candidate must be trade-tested and hold an N3 Mechanical Engineering qualification. Responsibilities include interpreting fabrication drawings and working with plate and tube fabrication. Proficiency in CO, Flux Core, and Argon welding is essential, particularly with Mild and Stainless Steel materials. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the 2026 national minimum wage for welders in South Africa?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R28.79 per hour from 1 March 2026 for all sectors including welding. Welders working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
Which trade certificate is required to legally work as a welder in South Africa in 2026?
Welders must hold a QCTO-registered occupational certificate in welding at NQF Level 4 obtained after completing a minimum 3-year apprenticeship and passing the trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be verifiable on the QCTO database before any employer can hire the welder.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to welder contracts in 2026?
Welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week and 8 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. They are entitled to 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after every 12 months of employment, calculated from the date of engagement.
What documents must South African welders submit when applying for formal employment in 2026?
Applicants must provide a valid South African ID, QCTO trade certificate, valid bank account details, and proof of UIF registration number. Employers are required to verify the trade certificate directly with the QCTO before issuing an employment contract.
